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CNC Lathes & Turning Centers Model Year: 1992 MTConnect Standard

Okuma LB15

Quick Engineering Summary (AI Overview / Key Facts)

The Okuma LB15 is an industrial-grade CNC Lathes & Turning Centers powered by the Okuma OSP5020L. It offers working travels of 180 x 0 x 500 mm, a top spindle speed of 4,500 RPM, and a 2-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.

Spindle Power 11.0 kW
Tool Capacity 12 Tools
Rapid Traverse 20 m/min
Machine Weight 4,300 kg

Engineering Overview & Machining Capabilities

The Okuma LB15 Space Center is universally recognized as one of the most durable CNC lathes ever manufactured. Featuring Okuma proprietary encoders and brushless motors.

Key Structural & Technology Features

• Heavy cast slant bed with hand-scraped box guideways
• Legendary Okuma OSP control known for 30+ year operation without failure
• 12-station high-rigidity VDI turret

Complete Machine Specifications & Engineering Telemetry

Standardized Parameters & Ratings
Manufacturer (Brand) Okuma (Japan)
Machine Type CNC Lathes & Turning Centers
CNC Controller System Okuma OSP5020L
Number of Controlled Axes 2-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning
X-Axis Travel 180 mm
Y-Axis Travel 0 mm
Z-Axis Travel 500 mm
Maximum Spindle Speed 4,500 RPM
Spindle Motor Rating 11.0 kW
Spindle Taper Interface A2-6
Table / Platter / Chuck Size 8" Chuck
Max Table Load Capacity 250 kg
Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) 12 Tool Stations
Rapid Traverse Rate 20 m/min
Approx. Machine Weight 4,300 kg
Industrial IoT Protocol MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP)
Max Swing 400 mm
Max Turning Length 500 mm
Spindle Speed 4,500 RPM
Chuck Size 8 inch
Machine Weight 4,300 kg

Okuma LB15 in Action & Demo

Frequently Asked Questions: Okuma LB15

What makes the Okuma OSP control system unique?

Okuma is one of the only machine builders that manufactures its own CNC controls, motors, and optical encoders, eliminating third-party communication lag.

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